What to do in North Side, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Chicago History Museum featuring interior views
Lincoln Park Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

North Side Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that North Side has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

North Side is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in North Side to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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North Side Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of North Side.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to North Side attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Lincoln Park

5/5(20 area reviews)

Upscale national retailers, boutiques, and bookstores abound in this affluent area, alongside numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Must-see attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, and North Avenue Beach. Easily accessible via CTA transit and major roads.

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Wrigleyville

You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

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Logan Square

Get to know Logan Square and its many features like its breweries and live music. You might want to explore sights like Milwaukee Avenue and Logan Square Farmers Market, and you can jump on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the city.

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Bucktown

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Well-liked for its churches and architecture, Bucktown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Milwaukee Avenue and Gorilla Tango Theatre, and jump on the metro at Western Station (O Hare Branch) to get around the city.

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Lake View East

While visiting Lake View East, you might make a stop by sights like Briar Street Theatre and TimeLine Theatre.

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North Center

Appreciated for its bars and live music, you might consider exploring North Center. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Spiritual Museum, and jump on the metro at Addison Station (Brown Line) or Irving Park Station to get around the city.

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